#AlexCompton #GatasRepublik spin.ph/basketball/news/fil-italian-rookie-chris-banchero-alaska-aces-pba-season-40 ALTHOUGH Fil-Italian rookie Chris Banchero said hes set to sign with Alaska anytime soon, rumors continue to circulate that the 6-foot guard could be traded to Meralco in exchange for the Bolts’ high-flying swing man Rey Guevarra and their 2015 first round pick. Bancheros agent, Marvin Espiritu said as far as they are concerned, the incoming freshman guard out of Seattle Pacific University is still with the Aces. Espiritu said his ward remains committed to Alaska amid the rumors and the cat-quick guard has been practicing with the Aces since being selected last month as the fifth overall pick. Kami, were just waiting for (Alaska team manager) Dickie Bachmanns arrival from Spain, eh si Chris naman, hes not looking into those trade rumors dahil napa-practice pa rin siya with Alaska, Espiritu told Spin.ph. Espiritu in fact, mentioned that Banchero is happy to play for Alaska, a team that is rich in championship tradition, having won 14 league titles since joining Asias firs pro league in 1986. Banchero sees himself playing for the Aces, who are currently having their training camp with head coach Alex Compton getting assistance from former Australian juniors national coach Rob Beveridge. Compton said Banchero is a good addition to the Aces, noting his speed and ability to penetrate to the basket as something that can add value to an Alaska squad that is in the hunt for a 15th league this next season. Hes (Banchero) got speed, hes very quick and can really push the ball in transition, noted the American coach after the teams practice at the Gatorade Hoops Center. I dont think thats (Bancheros speed) a secret. So those are things that we hope can work to our advantage. Bancheros stock rose further last year after helping the San Miguel Beermen capture the 2013 Asean Basketball League title and subsequently beng named the Finals MVP. Follow the writer on Twitter: @richava Read more at: spin.ph/basketball/news/fil-italian-rookie-chris-banchero-alaska-aces-pba-season-40 Follow Us: @spinph on Twitter | spin.philippines on Facebook
Posted on: Mon, 08 Sep 2014 08:18:24 +0000
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